JetBlue CEO, Robin Hayes, testified at an antitrust trial, emphasizing the importance of the acquisition of Spirit Airlines to compete with major airlines. The CEO acknowledged the impact of Spirit's low fares on the airline industry and saw the threat of Spirit merging with Frontier. The merger is seen as a key strategy for JetBlue to surpass larger rivals. The airline industry is experiencing a need for more competition, with the JetBlue/Spirit merger being seen as beneficial for travelers.
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JetBlue wants to use its acquisition of deep-discount carrier Spirit to compete with the four major airlines, CEO Robin Hayes testified at an antitrust trial https://t.co/AhJFEhGPBe
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